Construction Business Owner

APRIL 25, 2022

How to Set, Improve & Exceed Project Productivity Expectations. T he biggest variable in construction is labor. Too many contractors finish their projects over budget on labor when crews work more hours than estimated in the bid. Mon, 04/25/2022 - 09:38.

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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 31, 2023

1 root cause of construction project failure. 1 Reason Why 70% of capital projects are late, over budget, or both = Poorly defined Scope of Work A “hidden fact” leading to this failure point is that most owners don’t know how to clearly define and effectively communicate a Scope of Work. contact-form] The post No.1

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Lets Build

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

The construction industry has a unique problem when it comes to calculating and improving labour productivity: Every project consists of a wide variety of tasks that differ from site to site. However, even with this challenge, there are some methods to calculate labour productivity in construction. Preventable delays.

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Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 23, 2020

Redefining construction relationships is the only proven path the higher productivity. Redefining Construction Relationships. The post Redefining Construction Relationships – The Proven Path to Higher Productivity appeared first on 4BT. Learn more… Articles. JOC Contractors. JOC Contractors.

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Products Construction Regulation Renovating 149

Construction Marketing

MAY 17, 2023

The construction industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation as it embraces the digital age. Due to the quick adoption of new tools and technologies, keeping competitive and being successful in the current environment of the construction industry are now closely related to implementing technological innovations.

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HardHatChat

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

As anyone in the commercial construction industry knows, reliable, responsive, and skilled subcontractors are the lifeblood of our business. Your reputation and finished product as a national general contractor are only as good as the performance of your local subcontractor partners. Believe me, it takes some trial and error.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 9, 2022

LOCALLY RESEARCHED LINE-ITEM COST DATA IS CRITICAL TO PRODUCTIVITY. The post WHY LOCALLY RESEARCHED LINE-ITEM COST DATA IS CRITICAL TO PRODUCTIVITY appeared first on 4BT. Reliable, shared source of truth of both cost and scope of work. Financial visibility and transparency. Lower risk. It’s really that simple.

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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 10, 2023

A Transformative Approach to Construction Project Management that enables the consistent delivery of quality outcomes on time and on budget has been available for decades. First… forget all the misinformation about both BIM and LEAN construction. Reach out if you are ready for a change. contact-form].

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 1, 2022

With hundreds of updates to Autodesk Construction Cloud products in the last year alone, keeping tabs on all these new changes can feel overwhelming. But you might not have heard about some of the latest understated, but high-impact product enhancements. . What is the Executive Cross Project Budget Report? .

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Prefab steel construction is transforming the building landscape with its innovative approach. Choosing between prefab steel and traditional construction involves matching the method to your project’s needs. Companies like Price Buildings provide the pre-made parts or structures the construction team assembles on-site.

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Construction Sustainability Materials Design 293

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 5, 2023

Alliance Construction Project Delivery is critical to public sector stewardship of the built environment. Current Situation #1 Initial budgets for Repair, Renovation, Maintenance, and New Builds are almost always exceeded. #2 Arguably, positive financial and environmental outcomes are impossible without it! appeared first on 4BT.

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Construction Marketing

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

Let’s now take a look at 10 budget tips for DIYers. The cost estimate is what will authorize a project’s budget needs and also help you in managing the costs. The post 10 Budget Tips for DIYers appeared first on Construction Marketing Association Blog. DIY saves you a lot. Create a List. Estimate the Time.

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Budgeting Budget Estimating Feasibility 216

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 8, 2018

Improving construction productivity is key to better economic and environmental outcomes. Any real property owner can reverse this trend by demonstrating leadership and adopting LEAN construction delivery methods. The post Improving Construction Productivity appeared first on 4BT. Initial and ongoing training.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 11, 2024

Profit Starts With Knowing Your Numbers ccapoccia Mon, 03/11/2024 - 10:15 The key to building a successful construction business: knowing and managing your numbers. You can’t bid projects right unless you know your job costs, production rates, actual overhead and profit goal.

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Profitability Overhead Bidding Budgeting 156

Job Order Contracting

JULY 19, 2023

Understanding that process drives construction outcomes is a critical learning for real property owners, designers, and builders. The application of systems thinking to ALL projects via a robust PROCESS ensures consistently well planned, executable quality outcomes on time and on budget.

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Construction Procurement Budgeting Budget 130

Fieldwire

MARCH 5, 2024

To say that winning bids is the key to success in construction is a half-truth. Estimating project costs correctly and managing the budget accordingly are just as vital. All subcontractors make project cost estimation and budgeting errors. Submitting a price within the Goldilocks zone can be challenging.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 30, 2021

If you are Tired of Late, Over-Budget, and Just Plain LOUSY Facilities Repair & Renovation Outcomes, then do these 3 steps! There is a major opportunity to improve productivity by truly integrated planning, procurement, and project delivery teams. Reshape your teams and raise transparency. I’d Like to Learn More.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 24, 2022

The construction industry is always evolving. It’s the reason we are always adding more enhancements and new features across our products. . It’s the reason we are always adding more enhancements and new features across our products. . Scroll down or jump ahead to releases by product: . Autodesk Construction Cloud .

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Autodesk Products BIM Construction 105

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 4, 2020

Traditionally, the primary if not sole benefit of IDIQ contracting and project delivery has been reducing the time from planning to construction. When associated with construction, one or more awarded construction contractors may be involved. Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) is a form of procurement.

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Lets Build

JUNE 23, 2023

What do your construction KPIs look like? Your construction KPIs should do more than measure a project’s health—they should show you where profit and productivity are dropping, why they’re dropping, and how to fix the issue. Putting a focus on safety increases staff productivity—they know they’re safe while they work.

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Profitability Cash Flow Products Construction 78

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

It’s likely no surprise that construction industry productivity remains poor. Ninety percent (90%) of capital projects are not delivered on-time, on-budget, or to the satisfaction of participants (Construction Industry Institute, CII, research). LEAN Construction Delivery Methods.

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Lets Build

JUNE 23, 2023

What do your construction KPIs look like? Your construction KPIs should do more than measure a project’s health—they should show you where profit and productivity are dropping, why they’re dropping, and how to fix the issue. Putting a focus on safety increases staff productivity—they know they’re safe while they work.

Profitability 78

Profitability Cash Flow Products Construction 78

Construction Dive

JANUARY 25, 2023

eTakeoff, Topcon, RedTeam and others have recently released new products and updates to keep construction projects running on time and on budget.

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Budgeting Budget Construction Products 132

Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

How to Set Financial Targets to Achieve Business Goals ccapoccia Fri, 02/09/2024 - 13:22 The key to building a successful construction business: knowing and managing your numbers. You can’t bid projects right unless you know your job costs, production rates, actual overhead and profit goal.

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Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

This recurring problem occurs when the final construction project job cost finishes higher than the bid estimate or budget. Estimators generally price projects using bids from their regular subcontractor and suppliers, plus their standard company production crew rates for labor and equipment.

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Profitability Bidding Estimating Budgeting 156

Construction Dive

MARCH 28, 2023

Autodesk, HCSS, Trimble and others have recently released new products and updates to keep construction projects running on time and on budget.

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HCSS Autodesk Budgeting Budget 120

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Silos aren’t for Facilities Management or Efficient Construction Services Procurement or Project Delivery. There is a path to on-demand, quality, on-time, and on-budget facilities repair, renovation, and construction procurement and project delivery… LEAN. Contact us? Learn more first?

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Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

PlanHub, Trimble and others have recently released new products and updates to keep construction projects running on time and on budget.

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Budgeting Budget Construction Products 116

Job Order Contracting

JULY 20, 2023

Work scope visibility is critical to efficient construction outcomes. A well defined and well communicated scope of work is a fundamental requirement in order to consistently acheive quality outcomes on time and on budget. “A

Construction 132

Construction Budgeting Budget Organization 132

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 16, 2016

Construction Productivity Solution. Construction Productivity Solution. August 16, 2016 – Four BT, LLC today announces a new industry resource to enable measurable gains in construction productivity. Attachments/Links: Collaboration in Construction White Paper. MEDIA RELEASE. MEDIA CONTACT.

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Products Life Cycle Construction Renovating 100

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 23, 2024

This month, we have 40+ product releases across Autodesk Construction Cloud , including Autodesk Build, Autodesk BIM Collaborate, Autodesk Takeoff, BuildingConnected, and Assemble. Issues | Restore Deleted Issues – Autodesk Construction Cloud project administrators can restore previously deleted issues.

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Products Autodesk BIM Accounting 105

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Managing Supply Chain Disruptions in the Construction Industry. This has been true for every industry, but few have been as broadly affected as the construction industry. Construction supply chains are naturally complex, and the operating principles that worked in the pre-COVID-19 marketplace may not be as successful today.

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Management Industrial Construction Materials 296

Job Order Contracting

JULY 18, 2018

Procuring and executing on-demand, on-budget, on-time, quality construction services has traditionally been as likely as seeing pig fly. Solving the construction productivity problem however is now attainable for any savvy real property owner. Best Value Focus. Think local. Details Matter. contact-form].

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Products Procurement Construction Renovating 100

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 20, 2023

A credible construction cost estimate is required prior to engaging in procurement. The follow elements are common to a credible construction cost estimate. Credible Cost Estimate Core Elements #1 Objectivity – The information used and those invovled in the creation of the construction cost estimate must be objective.

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Estimating CSI Life Cycle Construction 217

HardHatChat

MARCH 26, 2024

Selecting the right national commercial construction general contractor is a critical decision that can significantly impact the success of your construction project. Over the past 20+ years, with 2500 completed commercial construction projects, we have learned that it takes more than a great price to win a bid. is essential.

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Commercial Contractors Construction Project Management 177

Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

This document outlines A Solid Construction Project Delivery Framework to better address the complex problems of planning, procurement, and new builds. A solid Construction Planning, Procurement, and Project Delivery Framework – Characteristics, Capabilities, Tools, and Requirements – Outline. Regular third-party audits.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 24, 2022

When it comes to Autodesk Build, our product teams are not slowing down. We’ve recently added dozens of product enhancements and updates to support our customers across the field and the office. Cost Management | Budget Payment Application Custom Approval Workflow* . Cost Management . Assets | Asset Detail Report .

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